When the sale is finalized and the league has approved the deal, Dundon would take control of all team operations. They began play this season.

He made the announcement Thursday after the first day of the board of governors meeting. Bettman said that process should be completed in the next month. Vegas has not only added hockey, but has an agreement in place with the Oakland Raiders to eventual move to Nevada for a second professional franchise.

Bettman, who added the Arizona Coyotes continue to work towards a new arena, was emphatic in his remarks that the Hurricanes will be staying in Raleigh.

Accused murderer's parents face contempt charges
He was taken into custody at the McDonald's in Ybor City, where he worked, after handing his gun to a co-worker in a food bag. If they continue to refuse to cooperate, Howell, Jr. and Rosita Donaldson could end up in jail on contempt of court charges.